A city bus in Maceió caught fire this morning, causing significant damage to the vehicle, but fortunately, no injuries were reported among the passengers.
This morning in Maceió, a city bus transporting passengers caught fire at the intersection of Avenida Juca Sampaio and Rua Joel Vieira dos Santos. The bus, operated by Real Alagoas on the Graciliano Ramos/Trapiche line, had approximately 20 passengers on board at the time of the incident. Thankfully, there were no reported injuries. The blaze was intense enough to reach overhead wiring, necessitating intervention from Equatorial to disconnect the electrical network in the area.
According to the Fire Department, the flames spread rapidly, which prompted a swift response from local emergency services. The Urban Transport Union of Maceió (Sinturb) issued a statement confirming that the damage was solely material, highlighting that they are currently investigating the potential technical causes of the fire. The situation was further managed by the Municipal Department of Transport and Traffic (DMTT), which aided in coordinating the response and ensuring public safety during the incident.
This event raises concerns about the safety measures in place for public transport in Maceió, particularly regarding the maintenance of buses and the potential hazards associated with urban transportation. The quick response from emergency services prevented what could have been a worse situation, underscoring the importance of emergency preparedness in urban environments.
